How to Use elegant in a Sentence

elegant

adjective
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  • With a hint of stretch and a tailored fit, this shorts set feels elegant, not frumpy.
    — Paula Lee, Glamour, 12 Oct. 2023
  • Sporting event or not, Kate always dresses the part of the princess, down to the elegant high-heeled shoes.
    — Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 6 July 2023
  • Part of that is because there isn’t an elegant way to add scents to bulky VR gear.
    — Victoria Song, The Verge, 9 May 2023
  • The edgy style was all over the fall 2024 runways at shows like Miu Miu, where they were paired with elegant skirts.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 12 June 2024
  • Grant wore an elegant, aqua blue dress, while Reeves donned a crisp navy-blue suit with a gray scarf.
    — Naledi Ushe, USA TODAY, 8 July 2024
  • For the night out, the Rare Objects director wore a black-and-white look that was elegant and just the right amount of messy.
    — Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 15 June 2023
  • The gift was filled with elegant pink and white roses and stood just as tall as Brunson.
    — Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 17 Jan. 2024
  • The elegant leather bag also comes in a warm brown or a beige hue for a timeless look.
    — Brittany Vanderbill, Travel + Leisure, 7 May 2024
  • The final result was fun and easy to make, and feels regal and elegant to wear.
    — Angel Saunders, People.com, 2 Oct. 2024
  • The style hits right below the knee and is perfect for pairing over a pair of jeans or with an elegant skirt.
    — Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2023
  • The elegant pieces are made from rich teak and gleaming stainless steel.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 1 May 2023
  • The singular blush pink bulb makes this space a perfect blend of elegant and on-trend.
    — Kate McGregor, House Beautiful, 10 May 2023
  • The ride itself feels elegant and romantic; the sea was smooth as glass.
    — Dakota Kim, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2023
  • But perhaps the show is best summed up by the elegant cursive letters sewn onto the back of the boxer’s white robes.
    — Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Blunt, 40 — who is the sister of actress Emily Blunt — looked elegant in a sharp red suit.
    — Phil Boucher, Peoplemag, 12 Feb. 2023
  • Kravitz kept the elegant look simple and wore a couple of rings and one pair of dangle drop earrings that had a star charm.
    — Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 9 Aug. 2024
  • Soft in the mouth with elegant tannins, dark and red fruit, somewhat complex with mocha on the finish.
    — Tom Mullen, Forbes, 11 Feb. 2023
  • This elegant jumpsuit proves that the style can be dressy enough for formal events while still being no-fuss to pack.
    — Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2024
  • On a whim, Bryan added a simple sail to the wooden board to create a basic but elegant sailboat.
    — Kate Wheeling, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 June 2023
  • Applied to rigid denim, the result is relaxed yet elegant—and so easy to try at home.
    — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 5 Sep. 2024
  • These elegant drop earrings bring the right amount of sparkle to any look without costing a small fortune.
    — Sarah Maberry, Town & Country, 10 July 2023
  • Just don't miss the elegant fireside dinners in the rustic-chic Main House dining room.
    — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2024
  • On paper—pardon the pun—the idea seemed simple and elegant, but the system has one flaw worth noting.
    — Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 10 Apr. 2023
  • The dresses and gowns this week were just as elegant, thought the memo seemed to be less about statement dressing, and more about looks that felt fresh yet timeless.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2024
  • There’s a touch of crushed oyster shell and bright acidity in the elegant finish.
    — Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 9 May 2024
  • Flowy sleeves add to its elegant silhouette, which hits right at the ankles.
    — Leonora Epstein, Peoplemag, 21 May 2024
  • Tomatoes, fresh herbs, and rich mascarpone cheese are the stars of this elegant supper.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 7 July 2023
  • The hotel's elegant 145 rooms and suites (some with private plunge pools) have large balconies and patios.
    — Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2023
  • The shades are available in many elegant designs, all of which have a stainless steel coating that protects the light come rain or shine.
    — Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2024
  • And this particular vibe is so elegant and beautiful yet, at the same time, high tech.
    — Alysia Reiner, Flow Space, 24 Oct. 2024

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